A synthesisof existingtheories-perraton
- 1. A Synthesis of Existing Theories- Hilary Perraton Mike Fiscus EDUC 638
- 2. ● Theories of communication and diffusion ● Philosophies of education What influences helped to form this theory?
- 3. ● There are 14 statements, which can be categorized into three groups: ○ How distance teaching can improve learning ○ How to improve dialog in a distance education class ○ Strategies for successful distance teaching What is the basic structure of the theory?
- 4. ● It allows teachers to use new media. ● It maximizes the cost effectiveness and efficiency of education ● It helps teachers reach new groups of learners. How can distance teaching improve education?
- 5. ● Focus on organization of course ● Use face-to-face meetings with tutors ● Create opportunities for group discussion How can a distance teacher foster dialog in class?
- 6. ● Use multiple media ● Plan with a systems approach ● Use feedback effectively ● Promote student engagement through active learning What makes a distance education class effective?
- 7. ● Synthesizing theories is what most teachers do instinctively. ● Much of the theory focuses on how to use principles of effective communication to create effective distance education ○ E.g. promote dialog, give feedback ● Planning a distance course requires attention to the whole system and and a flexible use of media. Implications for Instruction
- 8. Simonson, M., Smaldino, S., Albright, M., & Zvacek, S. (2012). Teaching and learning at a distance: Foundations of distance education. 5th Ed. Pearson Publishing. Source